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Fact Check: Claims of IAF Plane Crash in J&K's Kishtwar Are False

The Indian Air Force dismissed social media claims of an aircraft crash near Kishtwar, J&K, calling them false. It urged media to verify facts before publishing to curb misinformation. A viral video showing smoke behind a mountain fueled the rumours, but the IAF clarified no such crash occurred.

2 days ago

3 FIRs filed over misleading social media posts on Char Dham Yatra; monitoring stepped up

The Uttarakhand government has stepped up action against misinformation related to the Char Dham Yatra, with three FIRs registered so far. Authorities found misleading social media posts falsely claiming poor arrangements at Kedarnath Dham, including long wait times and lack of facilities.

4 days ago

PIB Fact-Check: No New RBI Guidelines for Exchange of Discontinued Currency Notes

The Press Information Bureau's fact-checking unit has dismissed as fake news reports claiming that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued new guidelines allowing the exchange of discontinued currency notes. The PIB clarified that the RBI has made no such announcement.

10 days ago

'If you love Iran, go to Iran': Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir issues stern warning to Shia clerics

ISI planning multi-pronged offensive on India's defence, financial systems: Intel

Hacker groups backed by the ISI are expected to disrupt critical infrastructure and extract sensitive data, while fake news and hoax messages may be used to create panic, especially amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and elections.

25 days ago

Iran agreeing to negotiate implies they are under pressure: Israeli envoy Azar

Trump confirmed active negotiations with Iran and said Iran's leadership has changed, highlighted energy concessions including the Strait of Hormuz, and reiterated that Iran will not develop nuclear weapons, calling reports of ongoing conflict "fake news."

Mar 25, 2026

Trump says Iran has 'one more chance at peace'; Tehran calls reports of US talks 'fake news'

Donald Trump signalled progress on an Iran deal, citing "major points of agreement," as markets rallied; he hinted the Strait of Hormuz could reopen, but Iran's M. B. Ghalibaf denied any talks, calling the claims "fake news."

Mar 24, 2026

PM Modi urges strict action against LPG hoarding, black marketing; calls for unity and alertness like Covid era amid West Asia crisis

PM Modi urges strict action against LPG hoarding, black marketing; calls for unity amid West Asia crisis

PM Modi highlighted the economic, security, and humanitarian challenges India faces due to the conflict, including its impact on trade, crude oil and gas supplies, and the safety of Indians in Gulf countries. He also called for swift action against those spreading fake news or trying to exploit the crisis.

Mar 23, 2026

Kohli laughs off reports suggesting demands for 'chartered flight access' in IPL

The account later claimed it "crashed" after his response. Ahead of the IPL, Kohli addressed teammates during RCB's first training session, motivating them to give their best, emphasising focus, urgency, and maximum effort over the two-and-a-half-month tournament.

Mar 22, 2026

'If this child-killing criminal is alive, we will pursue and kill him': Iran issues direct threat to Israel PM Netanyahu amid death rumours

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) issued a direct threat against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, saying it would continue to "pursue and kill" him if he is alive, as the Iran–Israel conflict entered its 16th day

Mar 15, 2026

Is Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu dead in an Iranian strike? The office denies assassination rumours after AI video claims go viral

Is Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu dead? Officials deny assassination rumours amid viral AI video claims

Israel denied viral social media rumours claiming Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had been assassinated, confirming he is safe. Speculation began after a video posted on X showed what some users claimed was a sixth finger, suggesting AI manipulation.

Mar 15, 2026

Fact check: US media reports of Indian ports being used for strikes on Iran baseless

As disinformation campaigns proliferate, New Delhi's proactive digital defenses could inspire similar efforts among Global South nations, fortifying collective resilience against any fake narrative.

Mar 5, 2026

The report from JM Financial noted that the rupee depreciated about 6 per cent in 2025 compared to the historical average annual depreciation of roughly 3.5 per cent, citing FII outflows and trade‑deal overhang with the US.

Govt busts fake claim on RBI withdrawing Rs 500 notes from ATMs by March 2026

"RBI to stop Rs 500 notes from ATMs by March 2026. Some social media posts claim that the Reserve Bank of India will discontinue the circulation of Rs 500 notes by March 2026. This claim is fake", according to the X handle.

Jan 2, 2026

Javed Akhtar warns of legal action against creators making his deepfake video with misleading claims

A few days ago, Javed Akhtar and Islamic scholar Mufti Shamail Nadwi engaged in a high-profile public debate in New Delhi titled 'Does God Exist?' at the Constitution Club of India, moderated by journalist Saurabh Dwivedi. Akhtar, well known for his secular and atheistic views, challenged traditional theistic arguments, raising questions about faith, evidence, and reason.

Jan 2, 2026

Cognitive Warfare in the India-Pakistan Conflict: The Invisible Battlefield of 2025

The India-Pakistan clash of 2025 was not just a test of military might but a profound warning for democracies worldwide. In the age of cognitive warfare, the battlefield is everywhere and nowhere embedded in our devices, conversations, and collective consciousness.

May 20, 2025

J&K Govt Warns Media Platforms Against Telecasting Unverified Content Amid Rumour-Mongering

Amid heightened cross-border shelling and reports of attempts to target key installations, the J&K Government has urged citizens to remain calm and avoid spreading rumours on social media. Emphasizing its full preparedness to handle any situation, the government warned that misinformation could lead to unnecessary panic.

May 10, 2025

Fact Check: No, WhatsApp is NOT recording your calls or using red ticks to alert govt surveillance

The viral WhatsApp message about red tick marks and government surveillance is completely false. WhatsApp has not introduced any such feature, and users' messages and calls continue to remain private and encrypted. Read more to know.

May 1, 2025

Fact check: No satellite-based tolling system from May 1

The government on Friday dismissed media reports about the nationwide implementation of satellite-based tolling system from May 1.

Apr 18, 2025

The Dangers Of An AI-Driven Rift In US Politics: How to Spot Fake News About The Elections

As the 2024 US Presidential Elections draw near, staying vigilant to AI-generated misinformation is more crucial than ever. The rapid evolution of deepfake technology and AI-driven content generation poses severe risks to the integrity of the democratic process.

Sep 13, 2024

Reports of magnetic bomb targeting a bus in Bengaluru are fake

Fact check: No bomb, no casualties in viral Bengaluru bus fire incident [truth here]

The circulating video of a burning bus in Bengaluru has been misrepresented. The incident was caused by overheating, not a magnetic bomb, and no casualties occurred.

Jul 9, 2024

Facebook posts show unflagged content on vaccine hesitancy: Study

A recent study conducted by researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and the University of Pennsylvania has shed light on the role of unflagged content on Facebook in fueling vaccine hesitancy during the Covid-19 pandemic.

May 31, 2024

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